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Theories of Health Behavior Change Questions
Question 1 of 5
The wife admits that she is a victim of abuse and opens up about her persistent distaste for sex. This sexual disorder is:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The correct answer is A: Sexual desire disorder. The wife's persistent distaste for sex indicates a lack of interest or desire for sexual activity, which aligns with the symptoms of Sexual Desire Disorder. This disorder is characterized by a persistent or recurrent lack of sexual fantasies and desire for sexual activity, causing distress or interpersonal difficulties. The other choices (B, C, D) do not fully capture the wife's situation as they focus on different aspects of sexual dysfunction such as arousal, orgasm, and pain, which are not explicitly mentioned in the scenario provided.
Question 2 of 5
According to Piaget, a 5-year-old is at what stage of development:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The correct answer is C: Pre-operational stage. Piaget's stages of cognitive development outline that at age 5, children are typically in the pre-operational stage characterized by symbolic representation, egocentrism, and inability to perform logical operations. In this stage, children engage in pretend play and use symbols to represent objects. The sensorimotor stage (A) occurs from birth to age 2, concrete operations (B) typically happen around ages 7-11, and formal operations (D) usually emerge around ages 11-15. Therefore, based on Piaget's theory, a 5-year-old is most likely in the pre-operational stage.
Question 3 of 5
She says to the nurse who offers her breakfast, "Oh no, I will wait for my husband. We will eat together" The therapeutic response by the nurse is:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because it demonstrates therapeutic communication by acknowledging the patient's feelings and gently challenging her perception. This response encourages the patient to reflect on her statement and potentially recognize any confusion or delusion. Choice A is incorrect as it is abrupt and insensitive, disregarding the patient's feelings. Choice B is also incorrect as it is harsh and lacks empathy. Choice C is incorrect as it is dismissive and does not address the patient's emotional needs. In summary, option D is the best choice as it promotes dialogue and helps the patient explore her thoughts, while the other options lack empathy and may cause distress to the patient.
Question 4 of 5
Initial intervention for the client should be to:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Correct Answer: C - Establish trust through a consistent approach. Rationale: 1. Establishing trust is essential in the initial stages of counseling to create a safe and supportive environment. 2. Trust helps the client feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and feelings openly. 3. Consistency in approach builds predictability and reliability, which fosters a sense of security for the client. 4. By focusing on trust-building first, the counselor can then effectively address the client's fears in a supportive and understanding manner. Summary: A: Encouraging the client to verbalize fears without establishing trust may lead to them feeling vulnerable or judged. B: Helping the client find meaning in feelings is important but should come after trust is established. D: Accepting fears without criticism is important, but trust-building should come first for effective support.
Question 5 of 5
The nurse explains to a mental health care technician that a client's obsessive-compulsive behaviors are related to an unconscious conflict between id impulses and the superego (or conscience). On which of the following theories does the nurse base this statement?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D: Psychoanalytic theory. In psychoanalytic theory, behaviors such as obsessive-compulsive behaviors are believed to be manifestations of unconscious conflicts between id impulses (drives and desires) and the superego (moral conscience). This theory, developed by Sigmund Freud, emphasizes the role of unconscious processes in shaping behavior. Behavioral theory (choice A) focuses on learned behaviors through reinforcement and punishment. Cognitive theory (choice B) emphasizes the role of thought processes in behavior. Interpersonal theory (choice C) focuses on relationships and social interactions influencing behavior. However, in the context of explaining obsessive-compulsive behaviors as a result of unconscious conflicts, the most appropriate theory is psychoanalytic theory.